18-year old Alex’s story like most great rock and roll tales begins with a boy, a guitar and a head full of songs. I started teaching myself guitar when I was 14, but didn't have the patience to learn all the campfire classics, so I just started writing my own songs. My big influences: Stevie Wonder, Nirvana, Cat Stevens, Black Crowes, Maroon 5 and Train. www.alexvargas.com

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